2003-2008 Renault Megane SUV Practical advice User Manual
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Practical advice for Your Renault Megane SUV Second Generation (2003-2008)

Section 5: Practical advice  
Emergency spare wheel .................................................................................................................................... 5.02  
Tool kit (Jack - Wheelbrace) ............................................................................................................................ 5.03  
Wheel trims ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.04  
Changing a wheel ............................................................................................................................................. 5.05  
Tyres (tyre safety, wheels, winter use) ............................................................................................... 5.06 ➟ 5.08  
Headlights (replacing bulbs) ............................................................................................................... 5.09 ➟ 5.12  
Rear lights (replacing bulbs) ................................................................................................................. 5.13 - 5.14  
Side mounted repeaters (changing bulbs) ...................................................................................................... 5.14  
Interior lights (changing bulbs) ........................................................................................................... 5.15 ➟ 5.17  
Fuses ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.18 - 5.19  
Battery ................................................................................................................................................... 5.20 ➟ 5.22  
RENAULT Card: battery ................................................................................................................................... 5.23  
Fitting a radio/accessories .................................................................................................................... 5.24 - 5.25  
Wipers (replacing blades) ................................................................................................................................. 5.26  
Towing .................................................................................................................................................. 5.27 ➟ 5.29  
Operating faults .................................................................................................................................... 5.30 ➟ 5.37  
5.01  
EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL  
Special note:  
The Tyre Pressure Monitor function  
does not monitor the emergency  
spare wheel (the wheel replaced by  
the  
emergency  
spare  
wheel  
1
disappears from the instrument  
panel display).  
3
Refer to “Tyre Pressure Monitor” in  
Section 2.  
2
4
Emergency spare wheel 3  
This is located in the luggage  
- undo centre mounting 4,  
- remove the emergency spare  
wheel.  
compartment.  
To access the emergency spare  
wheel:  
- open the tailgate;  
- lift carpets 1 and 2 (depending on  
the vehicle),  
Vehicles fitted with an  
emergency spare wheel  
smaller than the four  
other wheels.  
If the emergency spare  
wheel has been stored for  
several years, have it  
checked by your Dealer  
to ensure that it is still safe to  
use.  
The driving speed must not  
exceed 80 mph (130 km/h)  
during the temporary use of the  
emergency spare wheel.  
5.02  
TOOL KIT  
Hubcap tool 2 or 4  
It is used to remove the hubcaps.  
1
Towing ring 3  
Refer to “Towing” in Section 5.  
5
A
Wheelbrace 5  
This is used to tighten or release the  
wheel bolts.  
2
4
Storage compartments  
The tool kit provides space to store a  
locking wheel nut.  
3
Tool kit A is located in the luggage  
compartment, to the right of the  
emergency spare wheel.  
Jack 1  
Remove jack 1.  
When replacing the jack, fold it up  
completely and replace it in its  
location.  
To access the tools, remove the  
emergency spare wheel, then  
remove the tool kit.  
The jack is designed for  
wheel changing purposes  
only.  
Under  
no  
circumstances should it  
be used to carry out a repair or to  
gain access to the underside of  
the vehicle.  
5.03  
HUBCAPS / WHEELS  
1
D
4
C
B
6
2
5
A
3
Wheel trim (example: wheel  
trim 1) depending on vehicle  
Central wheel hubcap  
(example: hubcap 4)  
Remove the wheel trim using  
hubcap tool 3 (from the tool kit) by  
inserting the hook in the recess near  
the valve 2.  
Remove using the hubcap tool 6  
(from the tool kit), inserting tool 6  
into recess 5.  
To refit the hubcap align it with  
recess 5 and tighten it using tool 6.  
To refit, align it with valve 2. Push  
the securing hooks in, starting with  
valve side A, followed by B and C,  
finishing at the side opposite  
valve D.  
We would advise you to note the  
number engraved on the key so  
that you can replace it if it is lost.  
5.04  
CHANGING A WHEEL  
Turn a few times to lift the wheel off  
the ground.  
4
2
Undo the bolts and take the wheel  
off.  
Position the emergency spare wheel  
on the hub and turn it so that the  
holes in the wheel and the hub  
coincide.  
If bolts are supplied with the  
emergency spare wheel, only use  
these bolts for the emergency spare  
wheel. Tighten the bolts and lower  
the jack.  
1
With the wheel on the ground, fully  
tighten the bolts and check the  
tightening as quickly as possible  
(tightening torque 110 Nm).  
3
Remove the hubcap if necessary.  
Park the vehicle on firm,  
level ground which is not  
slippery (avoid tiled floors,  
etc.) - if necessary, place a  
plank under the jack. Switch on the  
hazard warning lights.  
Undo the wheel bolts using  
wheelbrace 1. Fit it so that you press  
downwards rather than pulling  
upwards.  
Line the jack 3 up horizontally, the  
jack head must be positioned at the  
same height as plate mounting 2, as  
close as possible to the wheel  
concerned, indicated by an arrow 4.  
Apply the handbrake and engage  
a gear (first or reverse, or P for  
automatic gearboxes).  
If you have a puncture,  
replace the wheel as soon  
as possible.  
Ask all the passengers to leave the  
vehicle and keep them away from  
the traffic.  
Crank up the jack by hand at first to  
align the base plate (which should  
be inclined further inwards than the  
jack head).  
A tyre which has been  
punctured should always be  
inspected (and repaired if  
possible) by a specialist.  
5.05  
TYRES  
When the tread has worn down to  
the wear warning strips, they  
become visible 2: your tyres will  
then have to be replaced, as the  
depth of the tread is, at most, only  
1.6 mm which is insufficient for  
maintaining a good grip on wet  
roads.  
Tyre safety - wheels  
The tyres are the only contact  
between the vehicle and the road, so  
it is essential to keep them in good  
condition.  
1
You must make sure that your tyres  
conform to local road regulations.  
2
Incidents which occur when  
driving, such as striking the kerb,  
may damage the tyres and could  
lead to misalignment of the front  
axle geometry.  
An overloaded vehicle, long  
journeys by motorway, particularly  
in very hot weather, or continual  
driving on poorly surfaced minor  
roads will lead to more rapid tyre  
wear and affect safety.  
Tyre maintenance  
The tyres must be in good condition  
and the tread form must have  
sufficient depth; tyres approved by  
RENAULT's Technical Department  
have wear warning strips 1 which  
are risers moulded into the tread at  
several points.  
When they need to be  
replaced, only tyres of  
Incidents which occur  
when driving, such as  
the  
same  
make,  
striking the kerb, may  
dimension, type and  
profile should be used.  
damage the tyres and  
could lead to misalignment of  
the front or rear axle geometry. In  
this case, have the tyres and  
wheel alignment checked by a  
RENAULT Dealer.  
Tyres fitted to the vehicle should  
either be identical to those  
fitted originally or conform to  
those recommended by your  
RENAULT Dealer.  
5.06  
TYRES (continued)  
Tyre pressures  
Tyre pressures must be adhered to  
(remember to check the emergency  
spare wheel at the same time).  
Pressures must be checked at least  
once a month and always before  
long journeys. (Refer to “Tyre  
pressures”.)  
Pressures should be checked when  
the tyres are cold; ignore higher  
pressures which may be reached in  
hot weather or after driving at high  
speeds.  
Fitting new tyres  
For safety reasons, this  
operation must only be  
If tyre pressures cannot be checked  
when the tyres are cold, increase the  
indicated pressures by 0.2 to 0.3 bar  
(or 3 psi).  
carried  
out  
by  
a
specialist.  
Fitting different tyres may  
change your vehicle as follows:  
- It may mean that your vehicle  
no longer conforms to current  
regulations.  
- It may change the way it  
handles when cornering.  
- It may cause the steering to be  
heavy.  
Never deflate a hot tyre.  
Note: a label (depending on country  
or version) affixed to the edge or  
frame of the driver's door gives the  
recommended tyre pressures.  
Incorrect tyre pressures  
lead to abnormal tyre  
wear and unusually hot  
running, factors which  
may seriously affect safety and  
lead to:  
- poor road holding,  
- the risk of blow-outs or of  
throwing a tread at high speed.  
- It may cause tyre noise.  
- It may affect the use of snow  
chains.  
Changing wheels around  
This practice is not recommended.  
Emergency spare wheel  
Vehicle fitted with Tyre  
Pressure Monitor  
Refer to “Emergency spare wheel”  
The pressure depends on the  
load and the speed of use. Adjust  
the pressures according to the  
conditions of use (refer to “Tyre  
pressures”).  
and “Changing  
Section 5.  
a
wheel” in  
Each of the sensors  
incorporated in valves is  
dedicated to a specific wheel:  
under no circumstances should  
you swap the wheels.  
There is a risk of incorrect  
information which could have  
serious consequences.  
5.07  
TYRES (continued)  
Use in winter  
• Snow chains  
• Snow or winter tyres  
For safety reasons, fitting snow  
chains to the rear axle is strictly  
forbidden.  
We would recommend that these  
be fitted to all four wheels to  
ensure that your vehicle retains  
maximum road holding.  
Chains must not be fitted to tyres  
which are larger than those  
originally fitted to the vehicle.  
Note: We would point out that  
these tyres may sometimes have:  
- a driving direction,  
- a maximum speed index which  
may be lower than the  
maximum speed of your  
vehicle.  
• Studded tyres  
Chains may only be fitted  
to tyres of the same size  
as those originally fitted  
to your vehicle.  
This type of equipment may only  
be used for a limited period and  
as laid down by local legislation.  
It is necessary to observe the  
speed specified by current  
legislation.  
Special note on versions fitted  
with 17” tyres: snow chains may  
not be fitted  
As a minimum, these tyres may be  
fitted to the two front wheels.  
If you wish to use special  
equipment,  
contact  
your  
RENAULT Dealer.  
In all cases, we would recommend  
that you contact your RENAULT  
Dealer who will be able to advise  
you on the choice of equipment  
which is most suitable for your  
vehicle.  
5.08  
HEADLIGHTS WITH HALOGEN BULBS: ACCESSING  
1
2
The bulbs can be accessed by  
removing blanking covers 1 and 2  
in the wheel arches.  
Access  
to  
the  
left-hand  
headlight  
With the engine stopped  
Turn blanking cover 1 quarter of a  
turn (anti-clockwise).  
However, due to their reduced  
accessibility (sometimes requiring  
the removal of bodywork or  
mechanical  
components),  
we  
advise you to have your bulbs  
replaced by your RENAULT  
Dealer.  
Access to the right-hand  
headlight  
With the engine stopped  
Unclip blanking cover 2.  
Take care when working in  
the engine compartment as  
the engine cooling fan may  
begin to operate at any  
moment without warning.  
In both cases, once the bulb has  
been replaced, refit blanking  
covers 1 and 2.  
5.09  
HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs  
2
3
4
1
5
A
B
8
6
7
Dipped beam / main beam  
headlights  
Remove cover A or B.  
Front side lights  
Remove bulb holder 7 to access the  
bulb.  
Remove connector 3 or 6 from the  
Bulb type: W5W.  
bulb.  
The headlights are fitted  
with plastic “glass”, it is  
essential to use anti-U.V.  
55 W bulbs (using any other  
type of bulb could result in  
headlight damage).  
Release spring 2 or 4 and remove the  
bulb.  
Direction indicator lights  
Turn bulb holder 8 through 90° and  
remove the bulb.  
Anti-U.V. type bulb (see box):  
1 ➩ H7  
5 ➩ H1  
It is advisable to carry a set of spare  
bulbs for emergencies.  
Bulb type: PY21 W orange bulb.  
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it  
by its base.  
Make sure that you refit the cover  
when the bulb has been replaced.  
5.10  
XENON HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs  
Dipped beam headlights with  
Xenon bulbs  
Cleaning the headlights  
As the headlight lenses are made of  
plastic “glass”, use a soft cloth or  
cotton wool to clean them.  
If this does not clean them properly,  
use a soft cloth or cotton wool  
slightly moistened with soapy water  
and then wipe clean with a soft  
damp cloth.  
Finally, dry off carefully with a soft  
A special mounting is  
required to fit this type of  
headlight. It is not  
dry cloth.  
Cleaning  
products  
containing  
permitted to fit  
a
alcohol must not be used under any  
circumstances.  
headlight with Xenon bulbs to a  
vehicle which was not designed  
to accept it.  
For safety reasons, bulbs  
on vehicles fitted with  
Xenon headlights must  
be replaced by your  
RENAULT Dealer.  
5.11  
FRONT LIGHTS: front fog lights / additional headlights  
Additional headlights  
If you wish to fit fog lights or long  
range  
headlights,  
contact  
a
RENAULT Dealer.  
1
Front fog lights 1  
Replacing a bulb:  
Contact your RENAULT Dealer.  
Bulb type: H11.  
Any operation on (or  
modification to) the  
electrical system must  
be performed by  
a
RENAULT Dealer since an  
incorrect connection might  
damage the electrical installation  
(harness, components and in  
particular the alternator). In  
addition, your Dealer has all the  
parts required for fitting these  
units.  
5.12  
REAR LIGHTS: replacing bulbs  
2
3
4
1
5
6
Indicators/brake and side lights  
3 Brake and side light  
P21/5 W bulb.  
After  
opening  
the  
luggage  
Release the light assembly from  
outside the vehicle by pulling  
towards the rear.  
compartment, remove bolts 1.  
4 Direction indicator light  
PY21 W orange bulb.  
Unclip bulb holders 2 to access the  
bulbs.  
5 Rear fog light  
P21 W bulb.  
Note: both lens units are fitted  
with a bulb, but only the bulb on  
the driver's side works.  
6 Reversing light  
P21 W bulb.  
5.13  
REAR LIGHTS (continued) AND SIDE LIGHTS: replacing bulbs  
7
8
10  
9
High-level brake light 7  
Number plate lights 8  
Side-mounted repeater lights 10  
Contact your RENAULT Dealer.  
Unclip light 8 by pressing tab 9.  
Unclip repeater 10 (using  
a
flat-head screwdriver or similar  
tool).  
Remove the light cover to gain  
access to the bulb.  
Turn the bulb holder one  
quarter-turn and take out the bulb.  
Bulb type: festoon C5W.  
Bulb type: W5W.  
5.14  
INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing the bulbs  
2
1
Courtesy light A  
Using a flat-head screwdriver or  
similar tool, unclip transparent  
cover 1.  
Release the bulb concerned.  
Bulb type 2: W5W.  
5.15  
INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing the bulbs (continued)  
B
3
4
5
Courtesy light B  
Door lights  
Using a flat-head screwdriver or  
similar tool, unclip transparent  
cover 3.  
Release the bulb concerned.  
Unclip light 5 using a flat-head  
screwdriver or similar tool.  
Bulb type 4: W5W.  
Turn the bulb holder one  
quarter-turn and take out the bulb.  
Bulb type: W5W.  
5.16  
INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing the bulbs (continued)  
8
7
9
Luggage compartment light  
Using a flat-head screwdriver or  
similar tool, unclip light 7 by  
pressing the tabs on each side of the  
light.  
Press tab 8 to release the bulb holder  
and gain access to bulb 9.  
Bulb type: festoon C5W.  
Disconnect the light.  
5.17  
FUSES  
1
3
1
2
CORRECT INCORRECT  
2
Fuse box 1  
If electrical equipment does not  
work, check the condition of the  
fuses.  
Remove the fuse using tweezers 3,  
located on cover 2.  
To remove the fuse from the  
tweezers, slide the fuse to the side.  
Check the fuse in question  
and replace it if necessary  
with a fuse of the same  
rating.  
Open cover 2 (under the steering  
wheel or in the glovebox).  
It is not advisable to use the free  
fuse locations.  
To identify the fuses, refer to the  
fuse allocation sticker (shown on  
the following page).  
If you fit an over-rated fuse, it may  
cause the electrical circuit to  
overheat (risk of fire) in the event of  
an item of equipment drawing an  
excessive current.  
In accordance with legislation or  
as a precautionary measure:  
Obtain a box of spare bulbs and  
fuses from your RENAULT  
Dealer.  
5.18  
FUSES (continued)  
Allocation of fuses (depending on the vehicle equipment level)  
Symbol  
Allocation  
Symbol  
Allocation  
Passenger compartment  
ventilation  
Horn  
Rear screen wiper  
General supply  
Electric windows  
Electric sunroof  
ABS  
A
Heated seats  
Radio  
Central door locking  
Heated door mirrors  
Brake lights  
Consumer cut-out  
Some functions are protected by  
fuses located in the engine  
compartment (box A).  
However, because of their restricted  
accessibility, we advise you to have  
your fuses replaced by a RENAULT  
Dealer.  
5.19  
BATTERY: failure  
To avoid all risk of sparks:  
- Make sure that all electrical  
equipment is switched off before  
disconnecting or reconnecting the  
battery.  
- When charging, stop the charger  
before  
connecting  
or  
disconnecting the battery.  
1
- Do not place metal objects on the  
battery to avoid creating a short  
circuit between the terminals.  
- Never disconnect a battery less  
than twenty seconds after the  
engine has been switched off.  
- Make sure that you reconnect the  
battery terminals after refitting.  
Handle the battery with  
care as it contains  
sulphuric acid which must  
not come into contact with  
the eyes or skin. If it does, wash the  
affected area with plenty of cold  
water.  
Depending on the vehicle, the  
battery may be equipped with  
cover 1 which must be removed  
using special tools. In this case, we  
recommend that you have this work  
done by a RENAULT Dealer.  
Ensure that naked flames, red-hot  
objects and sparks do not come  
into contact with the battery as  
there is a risk of explosion.  
Take care when working in the  
engine compartment as the engine  
cooling fan may start to operate at  
any moment without warning.  
5.20  
BATTERY: failure (continued)  
Connecting a battery charger  
With the engine off, it is essential to  
disconnect the wires connected to  
both battery terminals, starting with  
the negative terminal.  
• When the exterior temperature  
drops (in winter), the charge  
status decreases. In winter, only  
use the electrical equipment that  
is really necessary.  
If your vehicle is to be left stationary  
for relatively long time,  
a
disconnect the battery or have it  
recharged regularly, in particular  
during cold weather. Equipment  
with a memory, radio and trip  
computer and warning system, will  
then have to be reprogrammed. The  
battery must be stored in a cool dry  
place, protected from frost.  
Do not disconnect the battery when  
the engine is running. Follow the  
instructions for use given by the  
manufacturer of the battery charger  
you are using.  
• Finally, you should understand  
that  
the  
charge  
decreases  
naturally as a result of certain  
permanent consumers such as:  
the clock, after-market accessories,  
etc.  
Only  
a
well-charged and well-  
maintained battery will have a long  
and useful life and allow you to start  
the vehicle’s engine normally.  
When a large number of accessories  
are fitted to the vehicle, have them  
connected to + after ignition. In this  
case, it is advisable to have your  
vehicle fitted with a battery which  
has an increased capacity. Contact  
your RENAULT Dealer.  
The battery must be kept clean and  
dry.  
Have the battery's charge status  
checked regularly:  
• Especially if you use your vehicle  
for short journeys or for frequent  
driving in town.  
Special procedures may  
be required to charge  
some batteries. Contact  
your RENAULT Dealer.  
Avoid all risk of sparks which  
may cause an immediate  
explosion and charge the battery  
in a well-ventilated area. Risk of  
serious injury.  
5.21  
BATTERY: failure (continued)  
Check that there is no contact  
between cables A and B and that  
cable A (+) is not touching any  
metal parts on the vehicle  
supplying the current.  
Starting the vehicle using the  
battery from another vehicle  
Proceed as follows when starting  
your vehicle from another vehicle’s  
battery:  
1
4
B
Start the engine as you would  
normally. As soon as it starts,  
disconnect cables A and B in  
reverse order (4-3-2-1).  
Obtain suitable jump leads (large)  
from a RENAULT Dealer or, if you  
already have jump leads, ensure  
that they are in perfect condition.  
A
The two batteries must have an  
identical voltage: 12 volts. The  
battery supplying the current  
should have a capacity (amp-hours,  
Ah) which is at least the same as  
that of the discharged battery.  
3
2
An iced-up battery must be thawed  
out before current is supplied to it.  
Secure the positive cable (+) A to  
the (+) terminal 1 of the discharged  
battery, then to the (+) terminal 2 of  
the battery supplying the current.  
Ensure that there is no risk of  
contact between the two vehicles  
(risk of short circuiting when the  
positive terminals are connected)  
and that the discharged battery is  
properly connected. Switch off your  
vehicle ignition.  
Secure negative cable (–) B to  
terminal (–)  
3
of the battery  
supplying the current then to  
terminal (–) 4 of the discharged  
battery.  
Start the engine of the vehicle  
supplying the current and run it at  
an intermediate engine speed.  
5.22  
RENAULT CARD: BATTERY  
24089  
2
1
Replacing the battery  
the message “Replace card battery”  
appears on the instrument panel.  
Pull firmly on emergency key 2.  
Replace battery 1, observing the  
polarity shown on the emergency  
key.  
After the operation, the message  
“Replace card battery no longer  
appears on the instrument panel.  
Do not dump your used  
batteries outside, give  
them to an organisation  
responsible for collecting  
The batteries can be obtained from  
your RENAULT Dealer.  
and recycling batteries.  
These batteries should last about  
two years.  
5.23  
FITTING A RADIO  
2
1
3
Radio compartment 1  
Tweeter speakers  
Door speakers  
Unclip the blanking cover. The  
aerial, + and – supply and speaker  
wire connections are located behind  
it.  
Unclip grille 2 using a screwdriver  
to access the speaker wires.  
Using  
a
flat-head screwdriver,  
unclip grille 3 to access the speaker  
wires.  
• Always follow the manufacturer's fitting instructions very carefully.  
• The specifications of the brackets and wires (available as a RENAULT parts accessory) vary depending on the  
equipment level of your vehicle and the type of radio.  
Contact your RENAULT Dealer to find out the correct reference number.  
• No work may be carried out on the electric circuit of the vehicle, except by RENAULT engineers: if the system is  
connected incorrectly, it may result in damage being caused to the electrical installation and/or the units  
connected to it.  
5.24  
ACCESSORIES  
Using telephones and CB  
equipment.  
Fitting  
after  
market  
accessories  
Telephones  
and  
CB  
To ensure the correct  
operation of your vehicle,  
equipment with integrated  
aerials may cause interference to  
the original electronic systems  
fitted to the vehicle: it is advisable  
only to use equipment with an  
external aerial.  
and to avoid any risk to your safety,  
we recommend that you use  
RENAULT approved accessories  
because they are suitable for your  
vehicle and are the only  
accessories for which RENAULT  
will provide a warranty.  
It is essential that you follow  
current legislation regarding the  
use of such devices.  
Electrical  
accessories  
and  
electronic  
• Any work on the electrical  
circuit of the vehicle must be  
carried out by RENAULT  
network engineers: if the system  
is connected incorrectly, it may  
result in damage being caused to  
the electrical equipment and/or  
the units connected to it.  
• If the vehicle is fitted with any  
after-market electrical equipment,  
make sure that the unit is  
correctly protected by a fuse.  
Establish the rating and position  
of this fuse.  
5.25  
WIPER BLADES  
Refitting  
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in  
reverse order to removal. Make sure  
that the blade is correctly locked in  
position.  
1
5
2
3
4
B
A
6
Replacing windscreen wiper  
Rear screen wiper blade 5  
- Lift wiper arm 6,  
- Pivot blade 5 until some resistance  
is felt,  
Clean your windscreen and your  
rear screen regularly.  
blades 1  
- With the engine off, lift wiper  
arm 3;  
- Move the blade into a horizontal  
position;  
- Press tab 2 and slide the wiper  
blade downwards until hook 4 on  
the wiper arm is released;  
- Move the blade (movement A) and  
then lift it (movement B).  
- remove the blade by pulling it.  
• In frosty weather, make  
sure the wiper blades  
are not stuck by ice  
Refitting  
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in  
reverse order to removal. Make sure  
that the blade is correctly locked in  
position.  
(risk  
overheating).  
of  
motor  
• Keep an eye on the condition  
of the blades. Change the  
wiper blades as soon as they  
begin to lose efficiency  
(approximately once a year).  
5.26  
TOWING: breakdown  
Access to towing points  
Unclip cover 2 or 5.  
Screw in towing ring 3 as far as  
possible by hand first, then finish  
by tightening it using the  
wheelbrace.  
Towing ring 3 and the wheelbrace  
are located in the tool kit  
1
4
underneath  
the  
luggage  
2
compartment carpet (refer to the  
section entitled “Tool kit” in  
Section 5).  
3
5
3
Insert the RENAULT Card into the  
card reader to unlock the steering  
wheel and to use the indicator  
lights (brake lights, indicators,  
etc.). The towed vehicle's lights  
must be switched on at night.  
Only use the front 1 and rear 4  
towing points (never use the  
driveshafts). These towing points  
may only be used for pulling the  
vehicle, never for lifting it either  
directly or indirectly.  
Furthermore, it is essential to  
respect the towing regulations  
defined in the legislation of the  
country concerned and, if your  
vehicle is the towing vehicle, do not  
exceed the towing weight of your  
vehicle. Contact your RENAULT  
Dealer.  
When the engine is  
stopped, steering and  
braking assistance are  
not operational.  
5.27  
TOWING: breakdown (continued)  
Procedure for towing  
Before towing, check that the  
steering column is unlocked.  
Towing  
a
vehicle with an  
- RENAULT specifies the  
use of a rigid towing bar.  
If a rope or cable is used  
(where the law allows  
this), the vehicle being towed  
must be able to brake.  
automatic gearbox: special  
information  
Engine switched off: The gearbox is  
no longer lubricated. It is preferable  
to tow this type of vehicle on a  
trailer or tow it with the front  
wheels off the ground.  
If this is not the case, insert the  
RENAULT Card into the card reader  
and press the start/stop starter  
button for five seconds without  
pressing on the pedals. The steering  
column unlocks and the vehicle  
accessories functions are supplied.  
- A vehicle must not be towed if it  
is not fit to be driven.  
In exceptional cases, you can tow  
the vehicle with all four wheels on  
the ground for a maximum distance  
of 30 miles (50 km).  
- Do not accelerate or brake  
suddenly when towing, as this  
may result in damage being  
caused to the vehicle.  
Press the start/stop starter button  
twice in succession when you have  
finished towing (risk of the battery  
discharging).  
- When towing a vehicle, do not  
exceed 15 mph (25 km/h).  
If the lever is stuck at P,  
even though you are  
depressing the brake  
pedal, the lever can be  
released manually.  
To do this, unclip the upper  
section of the cover at the base of  
the lever.  
Press simultaneously on the  
mark on the gaiter and the  
unlocking button on the lever.  
5.28  
TOWING (attachments)  
A
Permissible  
nose  
weight,  
maximum permissible towing  
weight, braked and unbraked:  
refer to “Weights” in Section 6.  
Refer to the manufacturer's  
instructions for information on  
how to fit and use the roof rack bar.  
Note:  
Please  
keep  
these  
instructions with the rest of the  
vehicle documentation.  
A : 817 mm  
5.29  
OPERATING FAULTS  
The following hints will enable you to troubleshoot quickly, albeit temporarily. For safety reasons you should always  
contact a RENAULT Dealer as soon as you can.  
Use of the RENAULT Card  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• The RENAULT Card does not lock  
or unlock the doors.  
Vehicle  
located  
in  
a
high  
Use the emergency key (refer to the  
“Spare key” in Section 1).  
electromagnetic radiation zone.  
Discharged battery.  
Use of equipment operating on the  
same frequency as the card (car  
phone, etc.).  
Stop using the devices or use the  
emergency key (refer to “Spare key” in  
Section 1).  
Worn out card battery.  
Replace the battery.  
5.30  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
When starter is activated  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• There is no response, the warning  
lights fail to light up and the starter  
does not operate.  
Battery  
lead  
disconnected  
or  
Check battery terminals: scrape and  
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.  
terminals oxidised.  
Flat battery.  
Connect another battery to the faulty  
battery.  
Battery unserviceable.  
Replace battery.  
Do not push the vehicle if the steering  
column is locked.  
• Warning light bulbs go dim and  
starter turns very slowly.  
Battery leads not correctly tightened,  
battery terminals oxidised.  
Check battery terminals: scrape and  
clean if oxidised and re-tighten.  
Flat battery.  
Connect another battery to the faulty  
battery.  
5.31  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
When starter is activated  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• The engine will not start.  
Starter conditions not fulfilled.  
Refer to “Starting and stopping the  
engine” in Section 2.  
The RENAULT Card does not work.  
Insert the card in the card reader in  
order to start the engine.  
Refer to “Starting and stopping the  
engine” in Section 2.  
• The engine is difficult to start in  
damp weather or after washing.  
Poor ignition, ignition system damp.  
Dry spark plug leads and ignition coil.  
• The engine is difficult to start when  
warm  
Faulty carburation (bubbles of  
vaporised fuel in the circuit).  
Let the engine cool down.  
Poor compression.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
• The engine cannot be switched off.  
Electronic fault.  
Press the starter button quickly five  
times.  
• The steering column remains  
locked.  
Steering wheel locked.  
Move the steering wheel while  
pressing the engine start button (see  
“Starting the engine” in Section 2).  
5.32  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
On the road  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Abnormal white smoke from the  
exhaust.  
Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder  
head gasket.  
Stop the engine.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
• Vibrations.  
Tyres not inflated to correct pressures,  
incorrectly balanced or damaged.  
Check tyre pressures. If this is not the  
problem, have them checked by a  
RENAULT Dealer.  
• Coolant boiling in the expansion  
bottle.  
Mechanical fault: cylinder head  
gasket blown, faulty coolant pump.  
Stop the engine.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
Engine cooling fan not working.  
Check appropriate fuse, otherwise  
contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
5.33  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
On the road  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Smoke under the bonnet.  
Short circuit.  
Stop, turn the ignition off, disconnect  
the battery.  
Coolant circuit fault.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
• The oil pressure warning light  
comes on:  
- while turning or braking,  
The level is too low.  
Add engine oil (see “Topping  
up/filling with oil” in Section 4).  
Contact the nearest RENAULT Dealer.  
Stop: contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
- at idle speed,  
- is slow to go out or remains lit up  
on acceleration.  
Low oil pressure.  
Loss of oil pressure.  
• The engine lacks power.  
Clogged air filter.  
Fuel supply faulty.  
Replace the cartridge.  
Check the fuel level.  
Faulty  
spark  
plugs,  
incorrect  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
electrode gaps.  
• Unstable idle speed or the engine  
stalls.  
Poor compression (spark plugs,  
ignition, air leak).  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
5.34  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
On the road  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• Steering wheel hard to turn:  
- assistance overheating,  
- weak or old battery.  
Leave to cool.  
Recharge or replace the battery.  
• The engine overheats. The coolant  
temperature indicator light comes  
on (or the gauge needle moves into  
the red zone).  
Coolant pump: belt stretched or  
broken.  
Engine cooling fan not working.  
Stop the vehicle and switch off the  
engine. Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
Coolant leaks.  
Check the condition of hoses and  
clips.  
Check the expansion bottle: it should  
contain coolant. If it does not, top it  
up (once it has cooled). Take care not  
to scald yourself. This action is only  
temporary: contact your RENAULT  
Dealer as soon as possible.  
Radiator: Never fill a hot radiator with cold coolant if a considerable quantity has been lost. After any operation  
on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling system, it must be refilled with a new  
mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved by RENAULT's Technical  
Department may be used for this purpose.  
5.35  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
Electrical equipment  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• The wipers do not work.  
Wiper blades stuck.  
Free the blades before using the  
wipers.  
Broken rear screen wiper fuse.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
Replace it.  
Broken rear screen wiper fuse  
(intermittent, park position).  
Motor faulty.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
Contact a RENAULT Dealer.  
Replace the bulb.  
• The wiper does not stop.  
Faulty electrical controls.  
Blown bulb.  
• Direction indicators flashing more  
quickly.  
• The indicator  
lights do  
not work.  
On one side only:  
- blown bulb,  
Replace the bulb.  
- faulty connection to earth,  
Find the earth wire which is attached  
to a metal body part, scrape the end of  
the earth wire and re-attach it  
carefully.  
On both sides:  
- fuse blown,  
Replace the fuse.  
- faulty flasher sensor.  
To replace, contact  
Dealer.  
a
RENAULT  
5.36  
OPERATING FAULTS (continued)  
Electrical equipment  
CAUSES  
REMEDIAL ACTION  
• The headlights  
no longer operate.  
One only:  
- bulb blown,  
Replace it.  
- disconnected wire or incorrectly-  
positioned connector,  
Check and reconnect the wire or  
connector.  
- faulty earth connection.  
See above.  
Both:  
- if the circuit is fused.  
Check and replace if necessary.  
• The headlights do not switch off.  
• Traces of condensation in the lights.  
Faulty electrical controls.  
Contact your RENAULT Dealer.  
This is not a fault. The presence of  
traces of condensation in lights is a  
natural phenomenon linked to  
variations in temperature.  
These traces soon disappear when the  
lights are switched on.  
5.37  
5.38  

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